Welcome to Garner Auto Specialists!
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Garner Auto Specialists Offers Auto Repair Services You Can Count On!
Voted Best Auto Mechanic Shop in Garner 2019 by Next Door Neighbor App Voted Best Auto Mechanic Shop in Garner 2018 by Next Door Neighbor App Voted Best Auto Mechanic Shop in Garner 2017 by Next Door Neighbor App
We perform a FREE multipoint inspection on every customer's vehicle! This is an important part of your car care and a tool to ensure we don't let your vehicle leave our shop without a thorough inspection. You will receive a form indicating which items are okay, which items may need future attention, and which items require immediate attention. Click here to view a blank form. If you are not offered a completed form at the time of your service, ask for our manager who will pay you $10 immediately!
We have experience servicing all makes and models of domestic and import vehicles, and we're honored to keep vehicles throughout the Garner area reliable and well-maintained. Our skillful mechanics will take great care of your vehicle too, quickly diagnosing any problems and offering cost-effective solutions to get you back on the road. Our services are guaranteed for 12 months/12,000 miles parts & labor.
Call Garner Auto Specialists today at 919-773-8880! You can also send us an email. Either way, we're looking forward to
providing you with reliable automotive service!
According to recent studies, 5 percent of all motor vehicle fatalities are clearly caused by automobile maintenance neglect.
Vehicle Tips
The cooling system should be completely flushed and refilled about every 24 months. The level, condition, and concentration of coolant should be checked. (A 50/50 mix of anti-freeze and water is usually recommended.)
Vehicle Tips
Never remove the radiator cap until the engine has thoroughly cooled. The tightness and condition of drive belts, clamps and hoses should be checked by a pro.
Vehicle Tips
Change your oil and oil filter as specified in your manual, or more often (every 3,000 miles) if you make frequent short jaunts, extended trips with lots of luggage or tow a trailer.
Vehicle Tips
Replace other filters (air, fuel, PCV, etc.) as recommended, or more often in dusty conditions. Get engine drivability problems (hard stops, rough idling, stalling, diminished power, etc.) corrected at a good shop.
Vehicle Tips
A dirty windshield causes eye fatigue and can pose a safety hazard. Replace worn blades and get plenty of windshield washer solvent.
Vehicle Tips
Have your tires rotated about every 5,000 miles. Check tire pressures once a month; let the tires cool down first. Don't forget your spare and be sure your jack is in good condition.
Vehicle Tips
Check your owner's manual to find out what fuel octane rating your car's engine needs then buy it.
Vehicle Tips
Keep your tires inflated to the proper levels. Under-inflated tires make it harder for your car to move down the road, which means your engine uses more fuel to maintain speed.
Vehicle Tips
Lighten the load. Heavier vehicles use more fuel, so clean out unnecessary weight in the passenger compartment or trunk before you hit the road.
Vehicle Tips
Use the A/C sparingly. The air conditioner puts extra load on the engine forcing more fuel to be used.
Vehicle Tips
Keep your windows closed. Wide-open windows, especially at highway speeds, increase aerodynamic drag and the result is up to a 10% decrease in fuel economy.
Vehicle Tips
Avoid long idling. If you anticipate being stopped for more than one minute, shut off the car. Contrary to popular belief, restarting the car uses less fuel than letting it idle.
Vehicle Tips
Stay within posted speed limits. The faster you drive, the more fuel you use. For example, driving at 65 miles per hour (mph) rather than 55 mph, increases fuel consumption by 20 percent.
Vehicle Tips
Use cruise control. Using cruise control on highway trips can help you maintain a constant speed and, in most cases, reduce your fuel consumption.
Vehicle Tips
Keep your engine tuned. A fouled spark plug or plugged/restricted fuel injector can reduce fuel efficiency as much as 30 percent.
Vehicle Tips
Inspect the engine's belts regularly. Look for cracks or missing sections or segments. Worn belts will affect the engine performance.
Vehicle Tips
Have the fuel filter changed every 10,000 miles to prevent rust, dirt and other impurities from entering the fuel system.
Vehicle Tips
Change the transmission fluid and filter every 15,000 to 18,000 miles. This will protect the precision-crafted components of the transmission/transaxle.
Vehicle Tips
Inspect the suspension system regularly. This will extend the life of the vehicle's tires.
Quality customer service in a friendly, community setting!! Upon arrival I was greeted immediately by a professional service technician. My tire problem was addressed immediately. The office was clean and comfortable, and all requirements for COVID safety were in place. Chris Allen and his Garner Auto Specialist team were a blessing to me today. They fixed my tire and I was back to work in no time.
Amy White, 01/05/2021
Handled my water pump issue on my Honda with precision and professionalism. I am happy you do business with them.
Kevin Lane, 01/04/2021
Everything was easy - from scheduling via text message to pickup and payment. Everyone I interacted with was friendly and professional. They explained the anticipated cost ahead of time and answered all my questions. I work nearby and they even offered to drive my car back to me after the service was complete. Will definitely be back!
Casey Webb, 12/28/2020
I'm on the way toward my farm and the oil light came on so I stopped in. This is my first time there. All the guys there were so kind toward me. Thank you for that.
Mai Mclean, 12/15/2020
We were on the road traveling from VA to a gig I had booked in Garner. Somewhere north of Durham we knew the alternator was bad. It was a Saturday and the shop closed at 2:00pm. The mechanic I spoke to on the phone said they would wait if I got there before closing time.
They were absolutely remarkable. They already had the part ready to install when we pulled in about ten minutes before two. It should also be noted that we had been driving for hours and the van was coming in very hot to work on.
But they never flinched. Not once. They treated us like we had a top of the line Mercedes Benz. Their prices were very reasonable, they did an excellent job and they took care of two weary travelers. The van was done in a very short order and we made it to the church on time to setup for the evening performance.
I live in Pennsylvania and travel quite a bit as a musician, performer, storyteller. I don't know when I will be back in Garner, but I would highly recommend this shop to anyone. Just a fantastic experience.